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Denise Hunter

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Denise Hunter is the award-winning author of more than 40 novels, three of which have been adapted into Hallmark movies.

Denise writes heartwarming, small-town romances, peopled with layered characters who have real-life issues. Her readers enjoy the vicarious thrill of falling in love and the promise of a happily-ever-after sigh as they savor the final pages of her books.

In 1996, Denise began her first novel, writing while her children napped. Two years later it was published, and she's been writing ever since. Her books contain a strong romantic element, and her husband says he provides all her romantic material, but Denise insists a good imagination helps too!

Denise and her husband live in Indiana, where they raised three sons, and are c ...more

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	Bookshop by the Sea 3.82 avg rating — 8,978 ratings — published 2021 — 19 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Barefoot Summer (Chapel Springs #1) 4.14 avg rating — 4,437 ratings — published 2013 — 12 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Riverbend Gap (Riverbend, #1) 4.18 avg rating — 4,246 ratings — published 2021 — 13 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Convenient Groom (Nantucket, #2) 4.11 avg rating — 4,314 ratings — published 2008 — 23 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Accidental Bride (A Big Sky Romance, #2) 4.09 avg rating — 4,077 ratings — published 2011 — 16 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Lake Season (Bluebell Inn Romance, #1) 4.34 avg rating — 3,705 ratings — published 2019 — 13 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Falling Like Snowflakes (Summer Harbor, #1) 4.19 avg rating — 3,684 ratings — published 2015 — 15 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Cowboy's Touch (A Big Sky Romance, #1) 4.13 avg rating — 3,495 ratings — published 2011 — 18 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Dancing with Fireflies (Chapel Springs, #2) 4.32 avg rating — 3,309 ratings — published 2014 — 18 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Surrender Bay (Nantucket, #1) 3.91 avg rating — 3,631 ratings — published 2007 — 30 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Denise Hunter and 4 other people liked Brandi Holloway's review of Before We Were Us: "I have very high expectations & standards when it comes to a romance/love story. Denise Hunter is a new author to me & she exceeded my expectations with Before We Were Us. This book is beautifully written, well developed characters, and has the abili" Read more of this review »
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Denise Hunter liked Debby's review of Before We Were Us: "Before We Were Us by Denise Hunter was an incredibly good book that made me ugly cry in more than one spot, but every tear was worth it. Lauren is working at a resort in rural New Hampshire on her way to her dream job, and while there, falls in love " Read more of this review »
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Denise Hunter liked Brendatn's review of Before We Were Us: "Denise Hunter is one of three authors that try to read every book they write. Denise’s latest book,“Before we were us”, is another of her’s that I will read again and again. Through the years I have read several books from other authors where someone" Read more of this review »
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Denise Hunter liked Margaret Nelson's review of Before We Were Us: "I really enjoyed this emotional amnesia story from Denise Hunter. The characters are great, the setting makes me want to go to New Hampshire, and the plot twists add a lot. There are fun, humorous incidents interspersed with the discouraging times. A" Read more of this review »
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Denise Hunter made a comment on Dale (Olde American Spirit)’s review of Love, Unscripted " Thank YOU for the stellar review! <3 "
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Denise Hunter made a comment in the group Goodreads Librarians Group — Cover for paperback edition topic " Dear Librarian, the cover for the paperback edition of my upcoming book (Love, Unscripted) is not yet up on Goodreads. (It releases in March.) The dig ...more "
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Denise Hunter answered Anna's question: Hi Denise! Let's start by saying that I really love your books! I want to do a challenge where I read books that my favourite authors recommended me. Since you're one of my favourite authors, what is your favourite book? It can be a book that you have written yourself, but a book from another author is also good. :) Thank you! Hi Anna! I'm so glad you enjoy my books. My favorite book is probably Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. It's really surprising since I read contemporary almost exclusively, but it is a powerful story. Happy reading!
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Old family secrets form the backdrop of The Letter Tree, a compelling tale set in twentieth century New York. A feud that made bitter rivals of two families comes to a head when a romance ignites between their son and daughter. With a deft touch, For ...more
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In A Million Little Choices, Alexander pens a poignant tale of two women, separated by time but woven together by threads of faith and hardship. Relatable characters, high stakes, and a richly-layered plot keep the pages turning. This compelling dual ...more
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Up-and-coming romance author Rebekah Millet shines in this delightful second-chance story. When an old flame re-enters a widow’s life, she guards the heart he once shattered. But his charm and persistence soon have her grappling with forgiveness—and ...more
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“He had no idea what missing was. Missing was lying in the dampness of your tears night after night. Missing was a constant hollow spot in the center of your chest. Missing was a yawning ache that was never satisfied.”
― Denise Hunter, The Accidental Bride

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“It's fear that makes an act courageous.”
― Denise Hunter, The Convenient Groom

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“...sometimes we have to find the courage to take off our shoes and feel it all. Even the bad stuff.”
― Denise Hunter, Barefoot Summer

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What book would you most like to read for the August Additional Group read from these INSPY/Christy award winning titles?

- Wings of Glass by Gina Holmes

4 votes 17.4%

Harvest of Gold (Harvest of Rubies, #2) by Tessa Afshar

- Harvest of Gold by Tessa Afshar

4 votes 17.4%

- Dear Mr. Knightley by Katherine Reay

3 votes 13.0%

Barefoot Summer (Chapel Spring #1) by Denise Hunter

- Barefoot Summer by Denise Hunter

3 votes 13.0%

- Anomaly by Krista McGee

2 votes 8.7%

Take a Chance on Me (Christiansen Family, #1) by Susan May Warren

- Take a Chance on Me by Susan May Warren

2 votes 8.7%

- Outlaw by Ted Dekker

2 votes 8.7%

The King (The Patrick Bowers Files, #7) by Steven James

- The King by Steven James

1 vote 4.3%

Captives (The Safe Lands, #1) by Jill Williamson

- Captives by Jill Williamson

1 vote 4.3%

Dangerous Passage (Southern Crimes #1) by Lisa Harris

- Dangerous Passage by Lisa Harris

1 vote 4.3%

- Stones for Bread by Christa Parrish

0 votes 0.0%

Dragonwitch (Tales of Goldstone Wood, #5) by Anne Elisabeth Stengl

- Dragonwitch by Anne Elisabeth Stengl

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